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Storefront and Entrance Systems: Enhancing Design, Security, and Efficiency
09/12/2019
Windows are often not high on a list of considerations for business owners, but when commercial windows start to fail they can cost you a significant amount of money in the long run. Replacing commercial windows - in offices, hotels, retail, school, and hospital buildings - can reduce overhead in a few surprising ways. Acme Glass points out that commercial window replacement can: • Reduce heating and cooling costs • Lower maintenance and repair costs • Reduce vacancy rates and...
How Commercial Window Replacement Reduces Building Overhead
09/12/2019
Windows are often not high on a list of considerations for business owners, but when commercial windows start to fail they can cost you a significant amount of money in the long run. Replacing commercial windows - in offices, hotels,...
Improving Thermal Comfort in Warm Climates
08/23/2019
In the summer months, many buildings struggle with thermal discomfort. Between the sun and humid air, areas with multiple windows can become unpleasant if considerations aren’t made during the build process. Using the correct window frames drastically improves thermal comfort...
7 Mistakes to Avoid When Replacing Windows
08/13/2019
There are many factors to consider when taking on a window replacement project. Budget, timing, window frame, and glass type are the most common concerns. However, there are also a number of pitfalls that are easy to fall into if...
When Should You Replace Commercial Windows?
07/22/2019
As all things do, eventually your commercial windows will reach the end of their life. However, it may not be immediately obvious when windows need to be replaced. FacilitiesNet suggests monitoring 3 key performance metrics to gauge the health of...
Basic Principles of Acoustics: Why Architects Shouldn’t Leave It All To Consultants
06/12/2019
Noise is a daily part of life, but too much noise creates stress and discomfort. While contractors can mitigate noise with the right windows and doors, true acoustic comfort is built from the ground up. ArchDaily stresses the importance of...
What to Know Before Tackling a Historic Renovation Project
05/24/2019
As cities grow, older buildings naturally fall out of repair. Instead of tearing down these neglected buildings, consider reusing and/or renovating them. ArchDaily offers a complete guide to renovating buildings with several key suggestions to consider before tackling a renovation project....
5 Reasons Why Reusing Existing Buildings Is Important
05/08/2019
As we look back at the AIA Committee on the Environment’s Top Ten Awards and consider the future of construction, one thing becomes clear: the way of the future is looking back. Reusing old buildings is not only practical but...
Historic Armory Transformed into Student Center with SCW3000 Series Windows Earns Preservation Massachusetts Robert H. Kuehn Award
04/18/2019
St. Cloud Window is pleased to announce that Springfield Technical Community College's new Student Learning Commons has won a Robert H. Kuehn Award from Preservation Massachusetts. The 170-year-old building, originally built for storing gunstocks, never fully enclosed, is now the...
What Type of Material to Choose for Your Commercial Window Frames
03/21/2019
Choosing the suitable material for your commercial window frames is an important decision. All materials perform differently, but here are key considerations for the three most common material choices: Aluminum: Aluminum window frames have great strength, are durable, and effectively block...
How to Measure Sound Dampening
03/06/2019
As urbanization spreads, sound mitigation becomes more important. Sound-dampening windows are a key consideration when building or remodeling. But how can you measure sound dampening, to ensure you achieve your optimal sound mitigation? Elisabeth Leamy of The Washington Post recently...
How to Choose Commercial Windows
02/20/2019
Many considerations need to be taken when choosing commercial windows, such as budget, appearance, and noise mitigation. Below is a high-level overview of the considerations to keep in mind when selecting commercial windows. Material There are a wide variety of...
What’s the Difference Between Aluminum and Vinyl Windows?
02/06/2019
When you start the process of replacing or installing windows, you eventually have to face an important question: what type of material should you use? Aluminum and vinyl are both popular choices for materials in window frames and, with modern...
Is New Construction Greener Than Renovation?
01/29/2019
Is new construction greener than renovation? Turns out, the answer is “no.” There is a saying that “the greenest building is the one that is already built and the most sustainable thing we can do is to not build new stuff.” As...
SCW3000 Series Ranks in Retrofit Magazine Top 50 Products
01/16/2019
Products are an integral part of any trade publication. Retrofit's January 2018 issue celebrates the top 50 products that received the most reader inquiries from September 2017 - August 2018 issues. The SCW3000 Series introduction ranked 39 out of the top...
SCW3000 Windows Transform Historic Armory into Student Center
01/15/2019
In 2013, Springfield Community and Technical College in Springfield, Mass., determined that facilities for student life and services were lacking. The college turned to Building 19, a historic former armory in the heart of campus. About the Armory Building 19...
St. Cloud Window Plays Key Role in Renwick Gallery’s AIA COTE 2018 Top Ten Award
01/08/2019
One of the most ambitious (and rewarding) projects we’ve taken on was the restoration of the Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, DC. In November 2018, the Renwick Gallery restoration project received the AIA COTE 2018...
Common Measurements Used to Rate Window Films and Coatings
12/19/2018
With the huge variety of window films and coats available, knowing which are ideal for your needs can take time. Even harder can be deciphering what measurements mean and which ones are relevant. FacilitiesNet breaks down the most common measurements...
Achieving Optimal Sound Mitigation From Interior Windows and Partitions
12/04/2018
Sound mitigation is an important consideration in any architectural design, but it’s a critical component in office buildings and schools. How to Measure Sound Ratings in Glazed Windows and Partition Systems Ron Wooten, writing for Glass Magazine, offers some guidelines...
Quality Materials Are Essential to High-Performing Products
11/14/2018
A rose by any other name may smell as sweet, but would a window made of any other material function just as well? What materials you choose for your commercial window project will have a drastic effect on the performance...
St. Cloud Window Helps Schmidt Brewery Building Secure Place On National Register
11/05/2018
One of the most iconic buildings in St. Paul's history is the Schmidt Brewing Company. Unfortunately, after its heyday, the building sat dormant for more than a decade. Now, it has a new life. Just in October 2018, the Jacob...
Join St. Cloud Window at the AIA Minnesota 2018 Conference
10/30/2018
St. Cloud Window is exhibiting in booth #530 at the A’18 MN – The Minnesota Conference on Architecture, Nov 13-16, at the Minneapolis Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D. The conference is an excellent opportunity to hear from inspirational speakers, gain insights on...
The Importance of Natural Light to Office Design and Employee Satisfaction
10/18/2018
How do you keep your employees motivated and satisfied? Turns out, employee satisfaction has just as much to do with your company culture as it does your office space. Well-lit and well-ventilated workspaces decrease the number of absences and increase...
Improving Education through Smart School Design
10/02/2018
As schools look toward the future and find new and better ways to educate students, architects, and designers are working to support these initiatives during school design, construction, and renovation. The rebuild of Dunbar High School, with the help of...
Acoustic Windows Mitigate Stadium Noise in South Bronx Development
09/27/2018
In 2009, a portion of the South Bronx in New York City was re-zoned, with the goal of creating affordable housing, mixed-use development, and accessible community and pedestrian access. However, it wasn’t until 2015, when SCLE Architects broke ground on...
Choosing the Right High-Efficiency Windows
09/17/2018
Installing high-efficiency windows is an excellent way to improve energy efficiency and save on heating and cooling costs. But with so many options on the market, how can builders and building managers know whether they’re selecting the right windows? There...
Why, When and How to Replace Commercial Windows (Part 2)
08/06/2018
(PART TWO OF TWO) Part One focused on the common issues plaguing older commercial windows, the challenges of restoring them, and how to know when to replace them. Part Two focuses on the best method of replacing older commercial windows, and...
Why, When and How to Replace Commercial Windows (Part 1)
07/30/2018
(PART ONE OF TWO) There are common deficiencies that plague older commercial windows due simply to the technology that was available when they were manufactured. They were not built to the same standard as today’s windows, resulting in premature aging...